microsoft-outlook

Navigate Microsoft Outlook on macOS using keyboard shortcuts.

Updated Mar 2, 2026

Search Tags:#productivity #email #macos #calendar #shortcuts #contacts #outlook

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npx skills add https://github.com/Prathmesh234/Emu --skill microsoft-outlook

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Skill: microsoft-outlook
Source: https://github.com/Prathmesh234/Emu/tree/main/backend/skills/bundled/microsoft-outlook
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Prathmesh234/Emu --skill microsoft-outlook

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Navigating Microsoft Outlook on macOS using menus and mouse clicks is slow and error‑prone; this Skill provides a concise reference of keyboard shortcuts to streamline email, calendar, and contact management.

Core Features & Use Cases

Email Management: Compose, send, reply, forward, flag, archive, and search messages instantly with shortcuts.
Calendar & Events: Create, open, and navigate appointments and meetings without leaving the keyboard.
Contacts & People: Add, view, and delete contacts quickly.
View Switching: Jump between Mail, Calendar, People, and Favorites with a single key combo.
Formatting: Apply bold, italic, underline, and other rich‑text styles while composing messages.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to open Outlook and compose a new email using the shortcut ⌘+N.

Frequently Asked Questions about microsoft-outlook

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I use keyboard shortcuts for Outlook on macOS?▼

You can use keyboard shortcuts to navigate Microsoft Outlook on macOS by pressing specific key combinations like ⌘+N to compose a new email. This Skill provides a concise reference for managing email, calendar events, and contacts without using a mouse.

Can I manage my Outlook calendar and contacts on macOS without a mouse?▼

Yes, you can manage your Outlook calendar and contacts on macOS entirely without a mouse by using keyboard shortcuts. This allows you to create, open, and navigate appointments, meetings, and contacts directly from the keyboard.

Does this Outlook shortcuts Skill work with Windows or just macOS?▼

This Skill is designed specifically for the native Microsoft Outlook desktop app running on macOS. It applies macOS recognized keyboard shortcuts to operate email, calendar, and contact tasks.

What is the best way to switch between Mail and Calendar views in Outlook for macOS?▼

The best way to switch between Mail, Calendar, People, and Favorites views in Outlook for macOS is by using specific keyboard shortcuts. This Skill enables you to jump between these views instantly with a single key combination.

How do I format email text in Outlook for macOS using only the keyboard?▼

You can format email text in Outlook for macOS using only the keyboard by applying shortcuts for bold, italic, underline, and other rich-text styles while composing messages. This Skill provides the necessary shortcut references for formatting.

Why do my Outlook keyboard shortcuts not work on my Mac?▼

Outlook keyboard shortcuts will not work if the Outlook desktop application is not actively running on your macOS system. This Skill requires the native app to be open so the macOS keyboard shortcuts are recognized and executed properly.